Program Eligibility
We offer a variety of grant programs with different eligibility requirements. If you have a client/customer that you’d like to refer to us but not sure what grant would be the best fit, you can click here to see the different eligibility criteria for each program.
YouthBuild Program
YouthBuild will help individuals earn their high school equivalency diploma, gain hands-on construction skills, develop leadership skills and become involved with the local community in a positive manner.
Career Pathways
Interested in completing your High School Equivalency or advancing your career in Customer Service, Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, Hospitality or the Trades?
Out of School Youth Paid Work Experience Grant
Participants can earn minimum wage per hour up to 200 hours (Weatherization, Facilities and/or Office Work). Assist with resume, work readiness, finance, budgeting and career interests.
Gun Violence Prevention Grant
The Program will serve unemployed, under-employed and out-of-school youth between age 18 and 24 in areas of cities impacted by gun violence. Youth must reside in the city of Utica.
BEAM – Bridge to Employment and Academic Marketplace
BEAM is a program to help college stop-outs 19+ year old get back to school. Learn more by visiting the BEAM page.